2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
